Computers and Wireless

The Library provides the following at the Madison Library:

16 adult computers
4 children’s computers

The library provides the following at the Hanover branch:

6 adult computers
4 children’s computers

Software available at Madison:

Mozilla Firefox browser
Microsoft Office suite: Word, Powerpoint, Excel

They also have input for CDs, DVDs and USB drives.

Software available at Hanover:

Mozilla Firefox Internet browser
OpenOffice suite

For more information on any software, please stop at the circulation desk.

Printing

Black and white printing is available for 10 cents per page.
Color printing is also available for 25 cents per page.

Free Wireless Access @ Your Library

With a laptop and a wireless card (802.11b/g) you can use our high-speed Internet service anywhere in the library. Wireless access is available at the main library as well as the Hanover branch.

Using the computer

In order to use the computers at the Madison or Hanover library, you will need to have a valid library card or photo ID (driver’s license, passport photo, or picture ID).

Getting connected

Windows (XP to 7) and Mac OS X can automatically detect wireless services. Connect to “MJCPL,” open a browser window and go to any website. You will then be directed to our gateway — accept the security certificate, read the rules, enter your email address and you will be connected.

Computer hours

Our computers and wireless are available from opening until approximately 30 minutes before closing. There is a 2 hour time limit each day per patron. If you are working on something important, please make certain that you save your material before this time.

Madison Computer Access and Wireless Hours

Sunday——– 1p-4:30p (Labor Day through Memorial Day); Closed Summers
Monday——– 9a-8:30p
Tuesday——- 9a-8:30p
Wednesday—– 9a-8:30p
Thursday—— 9a-8:30p
Friday——— 9a-5:30p
Saturday—— 9a-4:30p

Hanover Computer Access and Wireless Hours

Sunday——– CLOSED
Monday——– 10a-6:30p
Tuesday——- 10a-5:30p
Wednesday—– 10a-6:30p
Thursday—— 10a-5:30p
Friday——– 10a-5:30p
Saturday—— 10a-5:30p

Wireless service is brought to you by…

The Jefferson County Public Library with grant support from the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act, administered by the Indiana State Library.

Questions?

If you have questions, call us at (812) 265-2744 or by email at information@mjpcl.org

Here are links to our computer policies:

Adult Internet and Computer Policy (Ages 14 and up)


Children’s Internet and Computer Policy (Ages 5-13)

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